Global Meet 2023

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Global Meet 2023

The Malankara Catholic Youth Movement (MCYM) held its annual Senate Assembly, “Global Meet 2023,” at the Baselios College of Engineering in Thiruvananthapuram on January 28-29, 2023. The assembly was inaugurated by Roshy Augustine, Minister for Water Resources, Government of Kerala, and the keynote address was delivered by His Grace Mathews Mar Polycarpos, Chairman of the MCYM Youth Commission.

The assembly was presided over by Angel Mary, President of the MCYM, and the welcome address was delivered by Subin Thomas, General Secretary of the MCYM. The introductory address was delivered by Rev. Fr. Abraham Meppurathu, National Director of the MCYM.

The Holy Mass was presided over by His Grace Vincent Mar Paulos, former Chairman of the MCYM Youth Commission. Over 100 youth leaders from 11 dioceses participated in Global Meet 2023. The assembly included reports, discussions, themes, and dialogues.

The assembly was led by the MCYM National Council.

Bishop Stephanos attends Jesus Youth ‘Awaken’ National Conference

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Bishop Stephanos attends Jesus Youth ‘Awaken’ National Conference

The Eparchial Bishop, Most Rev. Dr. Philipos Mar Stephanos and Rev. Fr. Jobin Thomas attended the Jesus Youth Awaken National Conference which was held at the Ridgecrest Conference Center in Black Mountain, North Carolina from December 28th to December 31st. The Conference had 6 streams (Family, Young adults, Teens, middle school, Preschool, and elementary), and was very well attended. During the Conference, there was also an opportunity to celebrate the Divine Liturgy according to the Syro-Malankara Catholic Rite.

Priestly Ordination at Major Archdiocese of Trivandrum

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Priestly Ordination at Major Archdiocese of Trivandrum

His Beatitude Baselios Cardinal Cleemis ordained 5 deacons of the Major Archdiocese of Trivandrum to the priesthood on 26th December 2022 at St. Mary’s Cathedral, Pattom, Trivandrum. New Priests – Rev. Fr. Ethan Joseph Puthenpurayil, Rev. Fr. Mathew Elavinal, Rev. Fr. Sam Varghese Vilangara Rev. Fr. Benjamin Vilayil, , Rev. Fr. Abraham Valliparambil

Archbishop Claudio Gugerotti has been appointed as the new prefect of the Eastern Church.

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Archbishop Claudio Gugerotti has been appointed as the new prefect of the Eastern Church.

Pope Francis has appointed Vatican diplomat Archbishop Claudio Gugerotti as the new Prefect of the Dicastery for the Eastern Churches. He replaces former prefect Cardinal Leonardo Sandri, who has been serving as The Vatican Nuncio of Eastern Churches since 2007.

Bishop Stephanos attends the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) 2022 Fall Plenary Assembly

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Bishop Stephanos attends the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) 2022 Fall Plenary Assembly

The Eparchial Bishop, His Excellency Most Rev. Dr. Philipos Mar Stephanos attended the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) 2022 Fall Plenary Assembly in Baltimore, which was held on November 14-17,2022.

The assembly began with an address by the Papal Nuncio to the United States, Archbishop Christophe Pierre, and Archbishop José H. Gomez of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles who gave his final address as USCCB president.

Various matters were discussed such as the Synod of Bishops; the ongoing war in Ukraine; the bishops’ Eucharistic revival initiative and national congress; supporting women and families since the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision this summer; an update from the migration committee chairman; a discussion of a new catechumenate model of marriage preparation; World Youth Day 2023, a consultation of the bishops on causes of beatification and canonization; and a vote on the USCCB’s 2023 budget, among other matters.

During the Assembly, Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA, was elected president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore was elected as USCCB vice president. They succeed Archbishop José H. Gomez of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and Archbishop Allen H. Vigneron of the Archdiocese of Detroit, who are concluding their terms as Conference president and vice president, respectively.

Creekside Fun and Friendship: MCMF Picnic 2022 Highlights

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Creekside Fun and Friendship: MCMF Picnic 2022 Highlights

Forty-five moms traded in childcare and household chores for carefree laughter and sunshine on November 5th, 2022, as the Malankara Catholic Mother’s Forum, Dubai, hosted its annual picnic at the scenic Creek Park. Leaving husbands and kids behind, these moms embraced the chance to reconnect and unwind. “As soon as we saw each other, it was like stepping back in time,” exclaimed a first-time attendee. “We were sharing stories, jokes, and memories like we were teenagers again.”

The day flowed with laughter and vibrant energy. Father Mathew’s visit added a special touch, prompting heartfelt conversations and blessings. As the sun dipped below the horizon, everyone left with bellies full of delicious food, bags brimming with gifts, and hearts brimming with renewed friendships. “This was pure magic,” declared an MCMF veteran. “We may be moms, but we’re also best friends, and today was a beautiful reminder of that.”

MCYMNA Board Gathering

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MCYMNA Board Gathering

The newly elected MCYMNA Board met in person together for the first time in Chicago from November 4-6, 2022. The board members came from different parts of the country.

From November 4 to November 5, 2022, the group enjoyed exploring the city, site-seeing its famous landmarks/architecture and eating delicious food. They used this time together to get to know each other through team-building activities. One activity in particular they did was the Charism Inventory. This activity gave everyone a chance to observe and share with each other their charisms. Each person got a chance to not only learn more about their peers but also more about themselves.

On Sunday, November 6, 2022, the MCYMNA board celebrated the Holy Qurbono with the parishioners at the Chicago Malankara parish. After Holy Qurbono, they had the opportunity to meet the youth of the parish and engage in a discussion with them about the future of MCYM.

Overall, the MCYMNA board enjoyed their time together and are excited to work together on future MCYM activities!

MCCL Northeast Regional Camp: INCREDIBLE ME! One in a Minion!

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MCCL Northeast Regional Camp: INCREDIBLE ME! One in a Minion!

The MCCL Northeast Regional Camp – “Incredible ME! One in a Minion” was conducted from Friday, October 28 through Sunday, October 30 in Wading River, New York. The theme of the Camp dealt with one of the biggest questions facing the children: identity. This Camp sought to teach the children that they are “one in a minion,” and the lessons are based on Psalm 139:14: I am created, I am chosen, I am Christ’s, I am called — I am special. Rev. Fr. Joseph Alex, a priest of the Syro-Malabar Archeparchy of Changanacherry, was the main speaker. The children were also blessed by the presence of the Eparchial Bishop, Most Rev. Dr. Philipos Mar Stephanos, who spent the entire weekend at the Camp along with Sr. Savitha DM, Sr. Kanchana SIC, and Sr. Anice SIC.

Bishop Stephanos attends the Enthronement of Bishop François Beyrouti, the 6th Bishop of the Eparchy of Newton, MA

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Bishop Stephanos attends the Enthronement of Bishop François Beyrouti, the 6th Bishop of the Eparchy of Newton, MA

On Wednesday, October 19, 2022, the Eparchial Bishop, His Excellency Most Rev. Dr. Philipos Mar Stephanos, Rev. Fr. Noby Ayyaneth, and Rev. Fr. Jobin Thomas attended the Enthronement Divine Liturgy of the Most Rev. Bishop François Beyrouti, the sixth (6th) Eparchial Bishop of Newton for the Melkite Church in the United States of America.

The Enthronement of Most Rev. Bishop François Beyrouti was held at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Annunciation in West Roxbury, Massachusetts with Patriarch Youssef Absi and Bishop Nicholas Samra (the Eparch Emeritus) of the Melkite Catholic Eparchy of Newton as the principal celebrants. The Secretary for the Congregation of the Eastern Churches, Archbishop George Gallaro, read the Papal Bull of designation as is customary.

On behalf of the Eparchial Bishop, Mar Stephanos, the clergy, religious and lay faithful of St. Mary Queen of Peace Syro-Malankara Catholic Eparchy in the USA & Canada, the Eparchy extends her prayerful best wishes to Most Rev. Bishop François Beyrouti as he begins his Episcopal ministry.

2022 Eparchy Day Celebration New York

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2022 Eparchy Day Celebration New York

The 2022 Eparchy Day celebration was held on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at the St. Vincent de Paul Cathedral in Elmont, New York. The celebrations began with Morning Prayers and the solemn concelebrated Holy Qurbono at 8:30 a.m. with the Eparchial Bishop, Most Rev. Dr. Philipos Mar Stephanos, as the Main Celebrant. At the conclusion of the Holy Qurbono. a short felicitation meeting was conducted. The Pastoral Council Secretary, Mr. Sunil Chacko presented a gift to Bishop Stephanos on behalf of the Eparchy. To conclude the celebration, Bishop Stephanos cut a cake and the celebration concluded with Agape in the Cathedral Hall. The Syro-Malankara Catholic Eparchy in USA and Canada offers her prayerful best wishes to His Excellency for a continued fruitful and blessed ministry.

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